Brunt in injury setback.CHRIS Brunt Christopher "Chris" Brunt (born December 14, 1984 in Belfast, Northern Ireland) is a Northern Irish footballer, currently playing for West Bromwich Albion. Career He grew up in Belfast, where he attended secondary school at Wellington College. is a major doubt for Albion ahead of tomorrow's opening Championship fixture against Newcastle United. The winger suffered a thigh injury during Wednesday's training session, forcing him out of yesterday's work-out. Roberto Di Matteo Roberto Di Matteo (born May 29, 1970 in Schaffhausen, Switzerland) is a Swiss-Italian former professional footballer. A midfielder, his career consisted of spells at Schaffhausen (1988-91), Zürich (1991-92), Aarau (1992-93), Lazio (1993-96), and Chelsea (1996-2002). hopes to have the Northern Ireland Northern Ireland: see Ireland, Northern. Northern Ireland Part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland occupying the northeastern portion of the island of Ireland. Area: 5,461 sq mi (14,144 sq km). Population (2001): 1,685,267. international fit but has Robert Koren Robert Koren (born September 20 1980) is a Slovenian football midfielder who currently plays for West Bromwich Albion in the English Championship. Career Koren played for NK Publikum, NK Dravograd and NK Radlje in his home country, before transferring to Norwegian side back available following his recent absence following the birth of his son. "Chris Brunt got a knock on his thigh on Wednesday and didn't train yesterday so we'll have to see how he comes through today," said Di Matteo. "It shouldn't be a major problem. "We are hoping to will come through training today. Robert Koren is back and training so he is available." Di Matteo has one aim for this season - promotion - but has warned his players and supporters not to get wrapped up in the hysteria surrounding Newcastle United's turmoil. "It's going to be a tough start, not only on paper but on the pitch as well," added Di Matteo. "But it doesn't matter who you play, you really want to get off to a good start in the first game of the season. "We will have to go into the game with the right frame of mind because it can be dangerous thinking about them having problems. "We have to make sure we go into the game focused on what we have to do to win it. "They've got so much quality in their team. I really hope the fans don't expect it to be easy because it won't be. "Our fans are great. I've experienced that already. "Those I've met have been fantastic. I just want them to give 100 per cent. If that happens they will be behind us." |
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